Книги Little Book of Fashion – модна історія в компактному форматі

Ілюстрована книжка кишенькового формату, що описує творчість і життя кутюр’є Баленсіаги.

«Висока мода схожа на оркестр, диригентом якого є Баленсіага. Ми, інші кутюр’є, є музикантами, і ми слідуємо його напрямкам», – Крістіан Діор

Хрещений батько концептуального дизайну, майстер форми, справжній модник, який змінює правила моди – все це нагороди, присуджені одному з найцікавіших, шанованих і культових кутюр’є двадцятого століття: Крістобалю Баленсіазі. Його чистота ліній, зручність його одягу та інноваційна робота з текстилем, кольором і об’ємом справили величезний вплив на моду двадцятого століття, а такі витвори, як бебі-долл, сукні-мішки та сукні-мішки, все ще впливають на моду сьогодні.

Завдяки приголомшливим зображенням і захоплюючому тексту Little Book of Balenciaga описує роботу та життя кутюр’є Баленсіаги. Історик моди Еммануель Дірікс вивчає його спадщину як шляхом відстеження художнього напрямку Maison після його смерті, так і покоління дизайнерів, на яких вплинув сам майстер.

Про автора:

Еммануель Дірікс — історик моди та куратор. Вона викладає в Академії моди в Антверпені та Манчестерському Метрополітен університеті, а також читала лекції в Королівському коледжі мистецтв і Лондонському університеті мистецтв. Вона є автором книг Unravel: Knitwear in Fashion, 1920s Fashion: The Definitive Sourcebook та 1930s Fashion: The Definitive Sourcebook.

Exquisitely illustrated and expertly written, Little Book of Schiaparelli follows a biographical chronology detailing the eccentric and influential designer's life, career, and primary creative themes of her work.

Little Book of Schiaparelli chronicles the work of one of history's most influential and eccentric couturiers. Endowed with a strikingly imaginative and experimental approach to fashion, Elsa Schiaparelli cultivated a combination of the witty and the surreal, the cutting edge and the elegant, from her garments and jewellery to her collaborations with Salvador Dalí, Jean Cocteau and Alberto Giacometti.

Exquisitely illustrated and expertly written, the book follows a biographical chronology detailing her life, career and primary creative themes of her work. Images of Schiaparelli's finished designs, along with close-up details and illustrations of her personal sketches, showcase the brilliance of her innovative oeuvre, and the legacy that lives on in the House of Schiaparelli to this day.

About the Author:

Emma Baxter-Wright has taught fashion journalism at the University of the Arts, London and UCA. She has contributed to many publications including the New York Observer, Cosmopolitan and Marie Claire, and is the bestselling author of Little Book of Chanel. Emma lives in Gloucestershire, England.
 

This is the story of Louis Vuitton: the transformation from luggage company to high-fashion label.

Little Book of Louis Vuitton is the pocket-sized and fully illustrated story of one of the world's most luxurious fashion houses.

Louis Vuitton's monogrammed bags have been seen on the arms of celebrities and royals alike for over 150 years. From the young Louis seeking his fortune in Paris through to two world wars, the Great Depression, the Jazz Age and the Swinging Sixties, there is no era in which this most opulent of brands hasn't thrived.

Detailing the global expansion of Louis Vuitton in the 1980s, the creation of the powerful fashion conglomerate LVMH, and the appointment in 1997 of Marc Jacobs, this is the story of a transformation from luggage company to high-fashion label. Louis Vuitton's continued evolution under the creative direction of Nicolas Ghesquière and Virgil Abloh is also depicted through fabulous images and captivating text.

About the Author:

Karen Homer is an established fashion journalist who worked as a fashion columnist for The Times and has contributed to the Telegraph, Harpers & Queen, Elle, World of Interiors and Vogue. She is the author of Little Book of Dior and Things a Woman Should Know About Style. She lives in London.
 

Little Book of Christian Louboutin charts the rise of the world's most celebrated shoe designer.

'A woman can carry a bag, but it is the shoe that carries the woman' - Christian Louboutin

Among designers of luxury shoes, there is one whose designs are instantly recognizable: Christian Louboutin. His iconic red soles can be seen everywhere from the red carpet, the silver screen and the catwalk to city streets around the world.

From his early life in Paris to the founding of his first store in 1992, and from the red carpet to his global domination of the luxury shoe market, Little Book of Christian Louboutin charts the rise of the world's most celebrated shoe designer. Images of his designs past and present are accompanied by captivating text, describing the rise and rise of the king of shoe design.

About the Author:

Darla-Jane Gilroy is Associate Dean of Knowledge Exchange at Central Saint Martins was previously programme director in the School of Design and Technology at London College of Fashion. She was previously course leader of the Cordwainers Footwear and Accessories BA and senior tutor in footwear and accessories at the Royal College of Art, and as a fashion designer her work has been exhibited in the V&A. She lives in London.

Little Book of Prada explores the evolutions and innovations of the brand, as well as a design ethos informed by an interest in minimalism and contemporary art.

Little Book of Prada is the pocket-sized and beautifully illustrated story of the legendary fashion house.

Understated elegance and luxury, technologically advanced fabrics and sublime originality of design are all hallmarks of the House of Prada. In this miniature monograph, Laia Farran Graves documents the history and heritage of the brand, from the company's origins as a leather-goods manufacturer to the global fashion empire created by Miuccia Prada.

Little Book of Prada explores the evolutions and innovations of the brand, as well as a design ethos informed by an interest in minimalism and contemporary art. Images of individual garments, catwalk shots and fashion photography pay tribute to one of the world's most influential fashion houses and the woman behind it, in a perfectly designed and stylish format that makes a perfect gift for any lover of fashion.

About the Author:

A stylist and journalist specializing in fashion and beauty, Laia Farran Graves has also worked for such publications as Vogue, InStyle, Glamour, Marie Claire and the Sunday Times Style magazine. Laia lives in London, England.

A concise and illustrated biography on one of the world's most influential couturiers and founder of a global fashion brand.

Little Book of Chanel is the pocket-sized and beautifully illustrated story of the most celebrated fashion designer in history.

Chronicling the life and legacy of Coco Chanel, one of fashion's most influential couturiers, this gorgeous book offers a fascinating account of Chanel's evolution and innovation. From her early days of millinery, through her revolutionary inventions in sportswear and jersey fashions for women, to the classics that made her name, such as the Chanel cardigan jacket, little black dress and exquisite perfumes.

Detailed photographs and sketches of Chanel's designs, along with fashion photography and catwalk shots, pay tribute to one of the world's most highly regarded fashion houses and the woman behind it, making a striking gift for any lover of fashion.

About the Author:

Emma Baxter-Wright has taught fashion journalism at the University of the Arts, London and UCA. She has contributed to many publications including the New York Observer, Cosmopolitan and Marie Claire, and is the bestselling author of Little Book of Chanel. Emma lives in Gloucestershire, England.

An illustrated exploration of the story behind the fashion house Givenchy, from its creation in 1952 to its current leadership and designs. Includes a collection of finished designs, close-up details and key moments.

"It's a fabulous thing to give life to fabric, to make something move well, the harmony of colour" - Hubert de Givenchy

Ever since Audrey Hepburn stood outside Tiffany's, croissant in hand, Givenchy has been the last word in elegant couture. The clean, sweeping lines and classic, feminine silhouettes have enthralled women from the Duchess of Sussex to Kendall Jenner, all of whom adore the romanticism and sophistication of a Givenchy ensemble. More sculptor than designer, Hubert de Givenchy created a house that is utterly timeless.

This exquisitely illustrated volume explores the story behind the brand, from its creation in 1952 to its current leadership and designs. Through a carefully curated collection of finished designs, close-up details and key moments, this book shines a light on the dazzling world of Givenchy.

About the Author:

Karen Homer is an established fashion journalist who worked as a fashion columnist for The Times and has contributed to the Telegraph, Harpers & Queen, Elle, World of Interiors and Vogue. She is the author of the Little Book of Dior and Things a Woman Should Know About Style. She lives in London.

An illustrated exploration of the story behind the brand, from Pierre Balmain's work in the 1950s fashion world, through to the brand as it is in the 21st century.

"Good fashion is evolution, not revolution" – Pierre Balmain

One of the original big Parisian couture houses, alongside the likes of Dior and Chanel, Pierre Balmain reigned supreme over the 1950s fashion world with his spectacular and intricate evening wear.

Now, in the twenty-first century, Balmain's ultra-modern look – still with the spirit of Pierre – is worn by the likes of Beyoncé, Kristen Stewart, Kate Moss and Kendall Jenner. Heavily embellished, dazzling detail meets futuristic silhouettes for an instantly recognisable look.

Known for their strong social media presence driven by their "Balmain army" of fans, Balmain holds a unique position among the top couture houses today.

About the Author:

Karen Homer is an established fashion journalist who worked as a fashion columnist for The Times and has contributed to the Telegraph, Harpers & Queen, Elle, World of Interiors and Vogue. She is the bestselling author of Little Book of Dior and Little Book of Gucci. She lives in London.

A pocket-sized, illustrated book on all things Burberry, from its humble beginnings in 1856 to its current designs.

From their heritage trenches and ubiquitous check to experimental red carpet looks, the House of Burberry is known worldwide for its covetable designs.

Sophisticated, simple, and quintessentially British, Burberry is beloved for its remarkable ability to straddle tradition and innovation. The allure of the 'Burberry Girls', like Cara Delevingne, Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell, epitomizes just what Burberry is about: aspiration, elegance and grace.

Featuring an exquisite range of photographs, from finished designs to close-up details and beautifully styled shots, this book pulls back the curtain on the story behind the brand. Touching on its humble beginnings in 1856, all the way up to its current designs, this invaluable reference is the definitive word on all things Burberry.

About the Author:

Darla-Jane Gilroy is Associate Dean of Knowledge Exchange at Central Saint Martins was previously programme director in the School of Design and Technology at London College of Fashion. She was previously course leader of the Cordwainers Footwear and Accessories BA and senior tutor in footwear and accessories at the Royal College of Art, and as a fashion designer her work has been exhibited in the V&A. She lives in London.
 

Yves Saint Laurent was one of the most recognisable fashion designers of 20th century and creator of classic items such as the trouser suit, the Mondrian dress, and the introduction of the leather jacket to the mainstream.

The Little Book of Yves Saint Laurent is a stylish gift for any lover of fashion.

Little Book of Yves Saint Laurent is the pocket-sized and exquisitely illustrated story of 60 years of innovative fashion design.

An enigmatic, daring and astonishingly creative designer, Yves Saint Laurent is credited with the elevation of haute couture to fine art, turning the fashion show into a spectacle of breathtaking proportions, and revolutionizing the gendered norms of womenswear.

Describing Saint Laurent's beginnings in Algeria as a precocious boy making miniature garments from fabric scraps, Little Book of Yves Saint Laurent depicts, in beautiful photographs and insightful text, the designer's ascent from fashion student to the right-hand of Christian Dior. Going on to found his own fashion house in 1961, Saint Laurent created his famous 'le smoking' trouser suit, brought the leather jacket to the mainstream and astounded the fashion world with his blend of elegance and artistic drama.

Little Book of Yves Saint Laurent is a stylish gift for any lover of fashion.

About the Author:

Emma Baxter-Wright has taught fashion journalism at the University of the Arts, London and UCA. She has contributed to many publications including the New York Observer, Cosmopolitan and Marie Claire, and is the bestselling author of Little Book of Chanel. Emma lives in Gloucestershire, England.

An exquisitely curated selection of illustrations accompanied by fashion writer Karen Homer's authoritative text presents the journey of a brand known today as the last word in opulence, drama and femininity.

Little Book of Dior is the pocket-sized and beautifully illustrated story of 70 years of opulent fashion.

Christian Dior's spectacular rise to the upper echelons of the Parisian fashion world is one of the most compelling stories of twentieth-century fashion. Dior's debut collection in 1947 invented the New Look silhouette and revolutionized the way women dressed, shopped and saw themselves.

Recounting Christian Dior's early life, the brand's inception, the triumphs of the couture collections on the catwalk and the red carpet, and the fashion house's evolution under Christian Dior's creative direction successors – Yves Saint Laurent, Marc Bohan, Gianfranco Ferré, John Galliano, Bill Gaytten, Raf Simons and Maria Grazia Chiuri – Little Book of Dior is a stylish gift for any lover of fashion.

About the Author:

Karen Homer is an established fashion journalist who worked as a fashion columnist for The Times and has contributed to the Telegraph, Harpers & Queen, Elle, World of Interiors and Vogue. She is the author of Little Book of Dior and Things a Woman Should Know About Style. She lives in London.

A beautiful and elegant hardback gift purchase that's a must-have for every fashionista. Images include photographs of museum pieces, catwalk shots, sketches of her work and fashion photography by Steven Meisel and Hedi Slimane, among others.

Celebrating this family brand and representing a summary of Miuccia Prada's key collections and pieces, including the launch of the Miu Miu line, the brand's emphasis on understated elegance and luxury, technologically advanced fabrics and originality of design.

We follow a biographical chronology leaping from the pages of the origins of the brand as a leather-goods manufacturer, the life and career of Miuccia Prada, and the collections, collaborations and themes, such as art influences and the perfume and beauty lines. Beautiful photography of her finished designs, along with close-up details, portray the innovation of this influential fashion house and the woman behind it.

About the Author:

A stylist and journalist specializing in fashion and beauty, Laia Farran Graves has also worked for such publications as Vogue, InStyle, Glamour, Marie Claire and the Sunday Times Style magazine. Laia lives in London, England.